MINUTES OF ORDINARY MEETING OF CORK CITY COUNCIL
HELD ON MONDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2007
PRESENT
An Ardmhéara Comhairleoir D. Counihan in the chair.
NORTH EAST
Comhairleoirí, T. Brosnan, J. Kelleher, D. Murphy, A. Spillane.
NORTH CENTRAL Comhairleoirí M. Barry, C. Clancy, G. O’ Flynn, D. Wallace.
NORTH WEST
Comhairleoirí J. O’Brien, D. McCarthy, M. O’Connell, T.
Fitzgerald, J. O’Callaghan.
SOUTH EAST
Comhairleoirí C. O’ Leary, D. O’ Flynn, T. Shannon, J. Corr, L.
McGonigle.
SOUTH CENTRAL Comhairleoirí S. Martin, T. O’ Driscoll, L. Kingston, F. Kerins.
SOUTH WEST
Comhairleoirí F. Dennehy, M. Shields, B. Bermingham, M. Ahern.
APOLOGIES
Comhairleoir P. Gosch.
ALSO PRESENT
Mr. J. Gavin, City Manager.
Mr. S. Kearney, Director of Services, Housing & Community
Mr. G. Goodwin, Senior Engineer, Roads & Transportation
Mr. J. O’ Riordan, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs
Ms. U. Ramsell, A/Senior Staff Officer, Corporate Affairs
An tArdmhéara recited the opening prayer.
1.(a)
VOTES OF SYMPATHY
A vote of sympathy was passed unanimously with An Chomhairle standing in
silence to:-
The McKee family on the death of Brian McKee.
The Sherlock family on the death of Joe Sherlock.
The Looney family on the death of Donal Looney.
The McNamara family on the death of Bill McNamara.
The Murphy family on the death of Mick Murphy.
The Murphy family on the death of Fr. Joe Murphy.
The Higgins family on the death of Thomas Higgins.
The Murphy family on the death of Tom Murphy.
The O’Donovan family on the death of Jerry O’Donovan.
The O’Sullivan family on the death of Kathleen O’Sullivan.
The Mackey family on the death of John Mackey.
The O’Neill family on the death of Mrs. Margot O’Neill.
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1.(b)
The Short family on the death of Paddy Short.
The O’Connell family on the death of Billy O’Connell.
The O’Connor family on the death of John O’Connor.
The Coughlan family on the death of Mary Coveney.
The Twohig family on the death of Philip Twohig.
VOTES OF BEST WISHES
An Chomhairle extended a vote of Best Wishes to
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1.(c)
Cllr. Mairín Quill to get well soon.
The Cork Senior Football Team on their All Ireland appearance next Sunday.
VOTES OF CONGRATULATIONS
An Chomhairle extended a vote of Congratulations to:-
1.(d)
The Cork Camogie team on reaching to the All Ireland Final for the third year
in a row.
Jerry Buttimer on becoming Senator.
Nemo Rangers on winning the Junior Football Championship.
VOTES OF THANKS
An Chomhairle extended a vote of thanks to Jordan Bracken for his service as
Lord Mayor’s Driver and to also wish him well in the future.
2.
SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS
On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. Corr seconded by Comhairleoir D. O’Flynn
An Chomhairle agreed to suspend Standing Orders, to discuss the recent setting
up of a Halting Site at Boreenmanna Road (at the end of the meeting).
2.
MINUTES
An Chomhairle considered and approved the Minutes of the following meetings:a) Special Meeting of Committee of Whole Council held on 23rd July, 2007.
b) Ordinary Meeting of An Chomhairle held on 23rd July, 2007.
3.
QUESTION
TIME
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QUESTIONS
3.1
QUAY WALLS ALONG THE MARINA
SUBMITTED
ENCLOSED.
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir L. McGonigle, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:-
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To ask the Manager why the Quay walls along the Marina and the roads and
footpaths in this area are in such a poor state of repair and when will he be in a
position to ensure they are reinstated?
Repair of the quay walls will require very substantial funding which we have
sought unsuccessfully on a number of occasions from the Department of
Environment Heritage and Local Government.
We are currently carrying out very extensive footpath renewals along the Marina
and these works will continue until September.
Resurfacing of the roadway is not included in the current programme but can be
considered for the 2008 Roadworks Programme.
3.2
DRAINS AT THE CONNOLLY PARK AND CONNOLLY ROAD
JUNCTION
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir S. Martin, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:What steps are being taken by Cork City Council to rectify the on-going problem
with the drains at the junction of Connolly Park and Connolly Road.
Complaints were received that the public sewer was blocked at the junction of
Connolly Park and Connolly Road and impacting on private drains. On
investigation it was found that the sewer was flowing free and that the problem
was on the common drain.
While these houses were formerly in City Council ownership, all served by the
common drain are now privately owned. Responsibility for maintenance and
repair of the drain therefore rests with the householders.
To ensure the best possible flow the Drainage Section of Cork City Council
cleaned the public sewerage in the area on the 5th and 6th of September 2007.
3.3
WASTE MATTER FLOWING INTO THE CURRAHEEN RIVER
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir D. McCarthy, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:In relation to the waste matter flowing into the Curraheen River aka “The Green
River” would the Manager please advise us as to:
The source of the waste matter.
The steps Cork City Council are taking to rectify the matter.
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The steps Cork City Council intend to take to ensure that such a discharge into the
river will not reoccur in the future.
If the discharge was a danger to the public who use the public walkway through
which the waste matter was flowing.
If the discharge was likely to cause short, or long term damage to the
environment.
The above question relates to an incident investigated by the Environment
pollution and Drainage Section on foot of complaints regarding spillages to the
walkway and Curraheen River in the vicinity of Eden Hall Tennis Village in July
2007. A large number of Cross connections had taken place within the
development resulting in foul discharges through to the storm outfall pipe.
The property owner was informed of his obligations under the Water Pollution
Act. A bung was installed by Cork City Council Drainage Section upstream of
the outfall to prevent further pollution of the river until all the cross connection
issues were resolved. These were rectified and the storm outfall reverted to the
intended use for rainwater only.
The outfall is being monitored and any further complaints will be dealt with
through legislative methods.
Any danger to health has been remediated and cleaned away.
The discharge while occurring would have caused deterioration in the quality of
water in the river. However, once the discharge was stopped, and the ecosystem
given a period of time to adjust, it should have no long term effect.
3.4
REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE WORK ON THE JACK LYNCH
TUNNEL
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir J. Kelleher, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:Will the Manager inform Council why so much repair and maintenance work
appears to be necessary on an on-going basis in The Jack Lynch Tunnel?
The work going on at present in the Jack Lynch Tunnel is the repair caused by an
Overhead Vehicle Accident. Normal maintenance procedures for the tunnel take
place on 2 nights every 3 months. This is regular maintenance to ensure that all
systems in the tunnel are in order.
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3.5
NORTH WEST REGIONAL PARK, NASH’S BOREEN
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir T. Fitzgerald, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:North West Regional Park for Nash’s Boreen
Can the Manager inform me:
a) When will work commence on the North West Regional Park on the proposed
100 acres of land bounded by Kilmore Road and Nash’s Boreen and
b) How advance are the plans to ensure that Section 8.76 of the City
Development Plan is implemented, and
c) In the interim period will the Manager ensure that the Nash’s Boreen is
cleared of any rubbish and rubble so that people can walk in a safe and
healthy environment along this historical walk of the city.?
The City Council has for some time recognised the need for one large
park/amenity area in the North West of the city. This need arises from the
Council’s own awareness of a short-fall in passive and active recreation facilities
in the North West of the City, and the findings of two City Recreation Needs
Studies undertaken in 1997 and 2003. Both studies recommended the provision
of a major park/amenity that would provide a suite of sport pitches, pitch and putt,
play areas, pavilion, amenity walks and passive open areas for forestry planting
etc.
The Council in the late 1990’s identified an area of land (approx. 100 areas)
situated between Kilmore Heights and Nash’s Boreen. Approximately 10 acres is
situated within the City Boundary and is used as playing pitches, although poor
quality. The remaining area (approx. 90 acres) is situated within the County
Council and in two holdings, Duggan’s Farm and Croppy Boy Farm. The County
Zoning at the time was for agricultural use.
In early 2002, the City Council made representation to the County Council to
have the 90 acres in their jurisdiction zoned for Sport and Recreation. The initial
Draft County Development Plan supported the City’s representation and zoned
the entire 90 acres for Sport and Recreation. However, subsequent Drafts of the
County Plan zoned 30 acres of the most level land suitable for sports pitches for
affordable housing.
The City Council made strong representation in late 2002 to have these 30 acres
rezoned for Sport and Recreation. However, the County were of the view that
affordable housing was the most appropriate use for these lands and rejected the
City Council’s submission.
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The final zoning for the lands in the Cork County Development Plan 2003 was
that the 30 acres would remain for affordable housing and the remaining 60 acres
in the County for Sport, Recreation and Amenity Walks.
Given that the lands identified by the Council in 1999 were in private ownership
and not immediately available and, the subsequent issues and delays in relation to
zoning the lands, the Council decided to proceed with the development of a series
of local parks in the North West to address in some way the serious short-fall of
outdoor amenities.
Two local enclosed parks, Kilmore Park and Pophams Park were completed in
2006 and included the provision of perimeter railings, play grounds, Multi-User
Games Areas, footpaths, park furniture etc. Work’s on a third local park at
Bridevalley, Fairhill are due to start October/November 2007 and the Park is
scheduled to open Autumn 2008.
These significant amenity developments have addressed some of the short-fall
for Recreation, Amenity Facilities in North-West. However, there is still a major
need for a suite of 6-8 sports pitches with pavilion, amenity walk similar to The
Glen Walk, Mahon/Rochestown Walk and Curraheen Walk, Pitch & Putt/Par 3
Golf Course, passive areas for planting etc.
Summary
Area located in County Council area
Cork County Council zoned for Sports & Recreation
Area being used for Affordable housing
Area sufficient for a regional park
Cork City Council owns
Acres
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60
30
70
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As regards the 60 acres in the County Council area zoned for Sports &
Recreation, two Landowners are involved.
The City Council are endeavouring to acquire these lands by agreement or in the
absence of agreement by C.P.O.
The area of Nashs Boreen which lies within Cork City Councils administrative
area is cleaned from time to time in a joint operation with the Housing and
Recreation and Amenity Directorates. It will be inspected again shortly and
cleaned if necessary. It should be noted that the major part of Nashs Boreen is in
Cork County Councils administrative area.
3.6
FIBRE OPTIC CABLE NETWORK
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir B. Bermingham,
a written reply was circulated as outlined below:-
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Following the installation of the fibre optic cable network - request the Manager
to explain in detail who is using this infrastructure, and for what purposes?
The Cork Broadband Network was put in place during 2003 and 2004. It was
funded 90% by the Department of Communications, Marine and Natural
Resources. The network was completed in early 2004.
A company called E-Net Ltd. were awarded the contract to maintain and operate
the system over the next 12 years. It is also their responsibility to advertise and
maximise the number of telecommunication companies using the network. E-Net
are in fact the wholesalers of the network to telecommunications companies.
Telecommunication companies pursue their own customer base whether
companies or individuals.
At present the main telecom companies using the network are:
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14.
15.
Smart
Complete Telecom
Verizon
Chorus/UPC
TCSI
Strencom
Colt
Magnet
HEAnet
Vodafone
O2
Rapid Broadband
Cable and Wireless
AT&T
ESBT
Each of these companies have a large number of private customers covering the
entire city area. The broadband network is used by both companies and
individuals as a communication and information facility.
3.7
EXTEND DISC – PARKING ZONES IN CORK SOUTH CENTRAL
WARD
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir L. Kingston, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:To ask the Manager please to provide Council with information regarding what
plans are in place to extend disc-parking zones in Cork South Central Ward? In
his response will he please provide information concerning the following points.
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a) Where will the disc parking extend as far as in the Cork South Central Ward?
b) When does he envisage this action being implemented?
The current Disc Parking Zone (DPZ) extension scheme is due to be completed at
the end of this year. In the Cork South Central Ward, the scheme extends
southwards as far as and including Pearse Road.
Not all the roads within the DPZ will have pay parking controls. It is only in those
areas that suffer from commuter parking, etc. and where residents request it that
the controls are introduced. Requests for pay parking controls usually come
directly from the residents or via Council Members, and extensive consultation
with the local residents are carried out before the parking controls are
implemented on the ground.
Areas that do not suffer from parking problems generally will not have parking
controls introduced because, while pay parking controls will eliminate the
nuisance of commuter parking, it can have dis-benefits of friends and visitors
being required to display parking discs during parking control periods. In this
context, many residents of roads north of Pearse Road and within the DPZ have
either refused or not requested parking controls in their area.
A new scheme for a further extension of the DPZ in the City will be forwarded to
Council for approval next year. All submissions and suggestions for the scheme
will be taken on board when the scheme is being drawn up.
3.8
30 KMH SPEED LIMIT IN PARTS OF THE CITY
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir T. O’Driscoll, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:Are there any plans to introduce a 30 kmh speed limit in parts of the City Centre?
New bye-laws are being drawn up in order to rationalise the speed limits in the
City. The opportunity is being taken to incorporate proposals in the draft bye-laws
to introduce a 30 km/h (30kph) speed limit in the City Centre.
The areas envisaged include the refurbished and upgraded St. Patrick’s Street,
Oliver Plunkett Street, Grand Parade, North Main Street and streets in between.
The objective is to create a 30 kph zone in the City Centre to optimize the benefits
of the huge roads infrastructure investment and to create a more pleasant and
attractive area for people to visit, shop and do business in, etc
The making of the bye-laws involves a public consultation process, consultation
with the Gardaí and written permission from the NRA where national roads are
involved (e.g. St. Patrick’s Street). A report on this process will be submitted to
Council when the draft bye-laws are being submitted for approval.
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3.9
DISABLED PERSONS GRANT
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir C. Clancy, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:(A) How many applicants for the Cork City Council’s Disabled Persons Grant are
awaiting assessment by an Occupational Therapist?
(B) What is the waiting period?
(C) How many applicants opted for a private assessment in 2006/7?
(D) Does Cork City Council intend to employ/engage extra Occupational
Therapists in the near future?
(A) 181
(B) 4 weeks
(C) 2006 – 42 applicants. 2007 – 19 applicants
(D) Cork City Council has advertised for additional services and has engaged a
further two Occupational Therapists.
3.10
TAKING IN CHARGE OF ARDCAIRN, CHURCHYARD LANE
In response to the following question submitted by Comhairleoir T. Shannon, a
written reply was circulated as outlined below:To outline the present position in relation to the Taking in Charge of Ardcairn,
Churchyard Lane, Cork, and to instruct the developer to landscape the green area,
and in the meantime, direct the chief litter warden to investigate the illegal
dumping presently taking place, with a view to issuing prosecutions?
The Agent for the Developer of Ardcairn, Churchyard Lane, confirmed to the
Planning Department in early 2007 that all outstanding works had been completed
with the exception of some re-seeding which would be carried out at the
appropriate time later in the year. The relevant Departments are re-checking the
Water, Drainage, Public lighting and Roads / footpaths and reports are awaited.
Recreation & Amenity are currently in contact with the Developer regarding the
landscaping issue. We anticipate that these aspects will be completed in the
coming weeks.
The area will be inspected and if any evidence is found from material visible from
a public place, proceedings will be issued under the 1997 to 2003 Litter Pollution
Acts. Proceedings may also be taken if any of the local residents can identify who
is carrying out the dumping and are prepared to act as witnesses in any court
proceedings under the Litter pollution Acts.
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4.
FUNDING FOR IRISH CONTINGENT OF SPECIAL OLYMPICS
On the proposal of Comhairleoir J. Corr, seconded by Comhairleoir M. O’Connell
An Chomhairle approved the provision of €6,000 to host a reception for the Irish
contingent at the 2007 Special Olympics World Summer Games to be held in
Shanghai in October 2007.
5.
CIVIC RECEPTIONS
5.1
An Chomhairle approved the following Civic Receptions:• Bruac (Community Training Centre for Cork City girls who are unemployed
and homeless) to mark their 30th Anniversary.
• Stephen Comerford (brother of the late Gary Comerford) who raised a lot of
money to buy defibulators for a number of sporting clubs and as a result this
has saved the lives of 9 people.
6.
SECTION 19 (2) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT
VACANCIES
6.1
VACANCIES ON BOARDS/ COMMITTEES – COMHAIRLEOIR D.
CLUNE
2001 – CASUAL
An Chomhairle considered the appointment of one member to the Cork City
Enterprise Board arising from the resignation of Comhairleoir D. Clune.
Comhairleoir J. Corr proposed and Comhairleoir T. Brosnan seconded the
appointment of Comhairleoir L. McGonigle to the Cork City Enterprise Board.
An tArdmhéara declared Comhairleoir L. McGonigle appointed to the Cork City
Enterprise Board.
An Chomhairle considered the appointment of one member to Leisureworld
Committee arising from the resignation of Comhairleoir D. Clune. Comhairleoir
J. Corr proposed and Comhairleoir T. Brosnan seconded the appointment of
Comhairleoir B. Bermingham to Leisureworld Committee.
A vote was called for where there appeared as follows:FOR: Comhairleoirí T. Brosnan, J. Kelleher, D. Murphy, C. Clancy, G. O’ Flynn,
D. Wallace, M. O’ Connell, T. Fitzgerald, J. O’Callaghan, D. Counihan, D. O’
Flynn, T. Shannon, J. Corr, L. McGonigle, S. Martin, T. O’ Driscoll, L. Kingston,
F. Dennehy, M. Shields, B. Bermingham, M. Ahern. -(21)
AGAINST:
Kerins. -(5)
Comhairleoirí A. Spillane, M. Barry, J. O’Brien, C. O’ Leary, F.
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An tArd-Mhéara declared the vote carried and Comhairleoir B. Bermingham
appointed to Leisureworld Committee.
6.2
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE
An Chomhairle considered the appointment of one member to the Planning &
Development Functional Committee arising from the resignation of Comhairleoir
D. Cregan.
Comhairleoir B. Bermingham proposed and Comhairleoir D. Wallace seconded
the appointment of Comhairleoir J. Corr to the Planning & Development
Functional Committee.
An tArdmhéara declared Comhairleoir J. Corr appointed to the Planning &
Development Functional Committee.
6.3
ENVIRONMENT FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE
An Chomhairle considered the appointment of one member to the Environment
Functional Committee arising from the resignation of Comhairleoir J. Corr.
Comhairleoir J. Corr proposed and Comhairleoir B. Bermingham seconded the
appointment of Comhairleoir D. Cregan to the Environment Functional
Committee.
An tArdmhéara declared Comhairleoir D. Cregan appointed to the Environment
Functional Committee.
7.
RECREATION
COMMITTEE -
AMENITY
&
CULTURE
STRATEGIC
POLICY
An Chomhairle considered the appointment of Chair of the Recreation Amenity &
Culture Strategic Policy Committee arising from the resignation of Comhairleoir
J. Buttimer.
Comhairleoir J. Corr proposed and Comhairleoir B. Bermingham seconded the
appointment of Comhairleoir D. Murphy as Chair of the Recreation Amenity &
Culture Strategic Policy Committee.
An tArdmhéara declared Comhairleoir D. Murphy appointed as Chair to the
Recreation Amenity & Culture Strategic Policy Committee.
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STRATEGIC POLICY COMMITTEE – 3rd
8.
HOUSING & COMMUNITY
AUGUST 2007
8.1
TOWARDS 2016 – TEN YEAR FRAMEWORK SOCIAL PARTNERSHIP
AGREEMENT 2006-2015. IMPLICATIONS FOR HOUSING POLICY
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 27th July
2007 on Towards 2016 – Ten Year Framework Social Partnership Agreement
2006 – 2015 Implications for Housing Policy.
8.2
ADHOC SCHEMES FOR HOME REPAIRS FOR THE ELDERLY
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 27th July
2007 on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by An
Chomhairle:
‘That Cork City Council calls for the replacement of the adhoc schemes for home
repairs for the elderly with a flexible scheme administered through the local
authorities in consultation with the HSE.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. O’Driscoll 07/149)
The report of the Director of Services stated that the schemes currently in place
are outlined briefly as follows:
“Special Housing Aid for the Elderly”: This has been in operation since the
1980’s and is now administered by the Health Services Executive (formerly by
the local Health Boards). The Scheme is intended to make basic improvements
and to prolong the life of houses occupied by elderly persons, thus prolonging
independent living and avoiding for as long as possible the need for institutional
accommodation. The Scheme is handled by the HSE because of the strong health
and welfare dimension and because of their contact with and knowledge of the
conditions and circumstances of elderly people. This scheme is intended to be
administered with flexibility and a minimum of formality.
It should be noted that a review in November 2000 of the operation and Value for
Money of the scheme by the Comptroller and Auditor General office concluded,
inter alia, that “notwithstanding the problems identified, the scheme is
implemented effectively by most health boards at local level and is valued by them
as an effective tool in dealing with cases where an elderly person would otherwise
need to be placed in an institution.”
“Disabled Persons Grants”: This Scheme is administered by Cork City
Council, and provides for modifications and improvements to address the needs of
disabled persons. In many cases the needs being addressed derive from conditions
and disabilities brought on by age. The scheme operates by way of grants to
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private householders and to Cork City Council tenants. In the latter case, the
works are organised by Cork City Council using specialist contractors.
“Downsizing Scheme”: Whilst not intended for home repairs, this Scheme was
put in place and is being promoted by the City Council with the objective of
providing a more suitable accommodation option for elderly persons who are
living in “over-sized” accommodation, which in many cases would otherwise be
in need of repair, adaptation or modification.
It can be seen from the above that the Schemes currently being operated are
targeted initiatives aimed at addressing particular housing needs of elderly
persons. The current division of responsibility reflects the underlying emphasis
and intent of the individual schemes. The assignment of responsibility between
Central / Local Government and/or the Health Authorities for the various schemes
is essentially a matter of Government policy. A review of the different schemes is
likely to form part of a larger Departmental policy review currently being
undertaken of housing issues affecting elderly persons.
9.
HOUSING & COMMUNITY
SEPTEMBER 2007
9.1
MONTHLY REPORT
FUNCTIONAL
COMMITTEE
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3rd
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services on Housing for the
months of July and August 2007.
9.2
HOUSING CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMME
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 30th August,
2007 on the Housing Construction Programme. On the proposal of Comhairleoir
D. Wallace seconded by Comhairleoir T. Shannon An Chomhairle also agreed to
adopt the following resolution:“RESOLVED that in accordance with S.106 of the Local Government Act,
2001, Cork City Council is to borrow a sum not exceeding €25m towards the
funding of a land acquisition programme for housing construction and the
acquisition of housing units to meet social housing demand. Borrowing to be
subject to the sanction of the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local
Government”.
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9.3
ACQUISITION OF HOUSES AT ARD NA RI, BANDUFF
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 30th August,
2007 on the acquisition of 40 no. dwellinghouses at Ard Na Ri, Banduff, Cork.
On the proposal of Comhairleoir T. Shannon seconded by Comhairleoir S. Martin
An Chomhairle also agreed to adopt the following resolution:“RESOLVED that in accordance with Local Government (No.2) Act, 1960,
Cork City Council is to borrow a sum not exceeding €12,800,000 to cover all
costs associated with the acquisition of 40 no. dwelling houses at Ard Na Ri,
Banduff, Cork.
9.4
AFFORDABLE HOUSING INITIATIVE-PROVISION OF MORTGAGE
FACILITIES
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 30th August,
2007 on the provision of mortgage facilities under the Affordable Housing
Initiative.
9.5
PROPERTY AT 22, PARK OWEN
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 30th August,
2007 on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by An
Chomhairle
‘When will number 22 Park Owen be refurbished and ready for allocation.’
(Proposer: Cllr. S. Martin 06/344)
The report of the Director of Services stated that this property had been fire
damaged and had been under repair for some time. Repairs are now completed
and the property is currently under offer to a prospective tenant.
9.6
FENCING IN HOUSING STOCK IN GURRANABRAHER, FARRANREE
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 30th August,
2007 on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by An
Chomhairle.
‘That Cork City Council survey the fencing that divides the pathways in its
housing stock in Gurranabraher, Farranree as in many areas it is in a poor and
dangerous condition.’
(Proposer: Cllr. Catherine Clancy 07/196)
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The report of the Director of Services stated that the condition of garden fencing
is already included in the survey of Housing stock which is carried out on a
continuous basis. Any repair items which are considered to be dangerous are dealt
with under response maintenance, as the particular situation demands.
Data obtained from the stock survey is used to identify Planned Maintenance
priorities. In recent years priority has been given to replacement windows and
doors, within the overall budget allocation for Planned Maintenance.
9.7
REPLACEMENT FENCING PROGRAMME
An Chomhairle approved the report of the Director of Services dated 30th August,
2007 on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by An
Chomhairle.
‘That money be set aside in the 2008 Budget to start a replacement fencing
programme.’
(Proposer: Cllr. Catherine Clancy 07/197)
The report of the Director of Services stated that the condition of garden fencing
is already included in the survey of Housing stock which is carried out on a
continuous basis. Any repair items which are considered to be dangerous are dealt
with under response maintenance, as the particular situation demands.
A Planned Maintenance Programme for replacement fencing will be put in place
however the majority of resources allocated will be utilised for replacement
windows, doors, fascia & soffit etc.
9.8
DISPOSALS
An Chomhairle approved the following Disposals:
Property Disposal
a) Disposal of property at No. 280, Blarney Street, Cork, to Pat McSweeney, c/o
Joyce & Co., Solicitors, No. 9, Washington Street West, Cork, for the sum of
€130,000.00 plus costs.
b) Disposal of site at Langford Row, Cork to Brendan Flannery, John Casey,
Michael Coughlan and Richard Pratt c/o O’Flynn Exhams, Solicitors, 58,
South Mall, Cork, for the sum of €15,000 plus costs.
c) Disposal of the area of land approximately 69.3 m² situated adjacent to No.
69, Silverdale Avenue, Ballinlough, Cork to Helen Cronin, c/o O’Flynn
Exhams Solicitors, 58 South Mall, Cork, for the sum of €100.00.
d) Disposal of Courthouse, Washington Street, Cork to The Courts Service,
Phoenix Street North, Smithfield, Dublin 7, for the sum of €28,120,937.35.
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e) Disposal of property approximately 44m² in area situated adjacent to “The
Anglers Sports Lounge”, 6, Old Market Place, Cork to Niall and Cora Burns,
c/o Fitzgerald, Solicitors, 6, Lapps Quay, Cork, for the sum of €1,500 plus
costs of €1,500.
f) Disposal of site at Crosses Green, Cork, to Charles and Helen McCarthy,
Bernard Crowley and Gerald Paul, c/o P.J. O’Driscoll & Sons, Solicitors, 73,
South Mall, Cork, for the sum of €15,000 plus costs.
g) Disposal of site approximately 407.7m² situated at John Redmond Street Cork
to Tom Kyle, c/o Ogeell Limited, Quality Hotel, Shandon, Cork for the sum
of €250,000 plus rent of €10 per annum if demanded.
Shared Ownership
a) Fee simple interest in dwellinghouse and premises situated at and known as
No. 9, Liffey Park, Mayfield, Cork held by Cork City Council under Lease
dated the 16th December 2005 to Touhidul Islam and Sadia Shahnaz for the
sum of €99,026.90.
b) Fee Simple interest in dwellinghouse and premises situated at and known as
No. 13, Farrancleary Place, Blackpool, Cork held by Cork City Council under
Lease dated the 25th October 2005 to Brendan Austin and Gillian Austin (nee
O’Brien) for the sum of €134,093.77.
c) Fee simple interest in dwellinghouse and premises situated at and known as
No. 89 Lower Kent Road, Ballyphehane, Cork held by Cork City Council
under Lease dated the 8th of November 1996 to Derek Galvin & Elmar Galvin
for the sum of €53,674.24.
d) Fee Simple interest in dwellinghouse and premises situated at and known as
No. 99, Ballinderry Park, Mayfield, Cork held by Cork City Council under
Lease dated the 20th December 2005 to Niamh Rall and Anthony Corbett for
the sum of €114,743.76.
Fee Simple
a) Fee Simple interest in dwellinghouse and premises known as No. 10, Iona
Road (Site A1), Mayfield, Cork to Sean Crowley for the sum of €127.00
together with costs in the sum of €50.00.
b) Fee simple interest in dwellinghouse and premises known as “Ardcarrig”, No.
2, Clifton Avenue, Montenotte, Cork to Patricia O’Sullivan for the sum of
€50.80 together with costs in the sum of €460.00.
10.
ROADS & TRANSPORTATION STRATEGIC POLICY COMMITTEE – 3rd
SEPTEMBER 2007
10.1
CORK CITY CAR SHARING FEASIBILITY STUDY
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, regarding Cork City Car Sharing Feasibility Study.
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10.2
DISCUSSION PAPER ON DISC PARKING SYSTEM INCLUDING
PARKING PERMITS
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle:
‘That in some areas of the city (to be discussed at the Roads Committee), Parking
Permits may be allowed for Commercial Premises.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. Murphy 05/42)
The report of the Director of Services stated that:Section 6: Special Permits for Commercial Premises
It is not proposed to introduce a system of permits for commercial premises
within the Disc Parking Zone (DPZ) for the following reasons:
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The DPZ now covers a major portion of the City and includes a large number
of small, medium and large commercial premises (e.g. Wilton Shopping
Centre is within the DPZ). The issuing of permits to owners/workers in these
businesses would quickly flood the residential area of the DPZ with parking
cars, with the resultant serious associated problems for local residents.
•
Any attempt to restrict these permits to certain sized commercial premises in
particular areas would be very cumbersome and most likely, impossible to
implement.
BYPAD REPORT PRESENTATION
An Chomhairle approved the synopsis report of A/Assistant City Manager dated
30th August 2007 on the presentation from Mr. Damien O’Tuama, Colin
Buchanon and Associates and a full copy of the Bypad report, circulated to the
committee at a previous meeting.
11.
ROADS & TRANSPORTATION FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE – 3rd
SEPTEMBER 2007
11.1
ROADWORKS PROGRAMME
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager dated 30th
August, 2007, on the progress of ongoing Roadworks Programme for month
ended August, 2007.
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11.2
NEW CONTRA FLOW BUSLANE ON CAMDEN QUAY
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager dated 30th
August, 2007, regarding the New Contra Flow Buslane on Camden Quay.
11.3
EXTINGUISHMENT OF THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY AT 91/94
CURRAHEEN DRIVE, CURRAHEEN ESTATE, BISHOPSTOWN, CORK.
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager dated 30th
August, 2007, regarding the proposed Extinguishment of the Public Right of Way
at 91/94 Curraheen Drive, Curraheen Estate, Bishopstown, Cork. On the proposal
of Comhairleoir B. Bermingham, seconded by Comhairleoir J. Corr An
Chomhairle also agreed to adopt the following resolution:“ Now Council here RESOLVES THAT
The existing pedestrian laneway between No. 91/No. 92 Curraheen Drive and No.
88/No. 94 Curraheen Drive, from the projection of the western boundary at No.
94 Curraheen Drive in an easterly direction for a distance of approximately 26
metres to the projection of the eastern boundary of No. 91 Curraheen Drive, shall
be extinguished forthwith
City Manager to prepare and arrange for immediate execution by Cork City
Council the required Form Of Order “
11.4
EXTINGUISHMENT OF THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY AT 47/58
CURRAHEEN DRIVE, CURRAHEEN ESTATE, BISHOPSTOWN, CORK.
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager dated 30th
August, 2007, regarding the proposed Extinguishment of the Public Right of Way
at 47/58 Curraheen Drive, Curraheen Estate, Bishopstown, Cork. On the proposal
of Comhairleoir J. O’Callaghan, seconded by Comhairleoir J. Corr An
Chomhairle also agreed to adopt the following resolution:“ Now Council here RESOLVES THAT
The existing pedestrian laneway between No. 47 and No. 58 Curraheen Drive,
from the projection of the northern boundary at No. 58 Curraheen Drive in a
southerly direction for a distance of approximately 15 metres to the projection of
the southern boundary of No. 58 Curraheen Drive, shall be extinguished forthwith
City Manager to prepare and arrange for immediate execution by Cork City
Council the required Form Of Order “
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11.5
EXTINGUISHMENT OF THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY AT
CURRAHEEN DRIVE/CURRAHEEN LAWN, BISHOPSTOWN, CORK.
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager dated 30th
August, 2007, regarding the proposed Extinguishment of the Public Right of Way
at Curraheen Drive, Curraheen Lawn, Bishopstown, Cork. On the proposal of
Comhairleoir J. Corr, seconded by Comhairleoir B. Bermingham An Chomhairle
also agreed to adopt the following resolution:“ Now Council here RESOLVES THAT
The existing pedestrian laneway between No. 1 Curraheen Drive and No. 24/No
26 Curraheen Lawn, from the rear of the footpath between No. 1 Curraheen Drive
and No. 26 Curraheen Lawn, in a westerly direction for a distance of
approximately 25 metres to the projection of the western boundary of No. 1
Curraheen Drive, shall be extinguished forthwith
City Manager to prepare and arrange for immediate execution by Cork City
Council the required Form Of Order “
11.6
EXTINGUISHMENT OF THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY AT 78/94/95/96
CURRAHEEN DRIVE, CURRAHEEN ESTATE, BISHOPSTOWN, CORK.
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager dated 30th
August, 2007, regarding the proposed Extinguishment of the Public Right of Way
at 78/94/95/96 Curraheen Drive, Curraheen Estate, Bishopstown, Cork. On the
proposal of Comhairleoir B. Bermingham, seconded by Comhairleoir J. Corr An
Chomhairle also agreed to adopt the following resolution:“ Now Council here RESOLVES THAT
The existing pedestrian laneway between No.94 and No.95 Curraheen Drive,
from the projection of the eastern boundary at No.94 Curraheen Drive in an
westerly direction for a distance of approximately 14 metres and between No.78
Curraheen Drive and No.94 Curraheen Drive along the rear of No.95 and No.96
Curraheen Drive, from the projection of the southern boundary at No.78
Curraheen Drive in a northerly direction for a distance of approximately 30
metres to the projection of the northern boundary at No.78 Curraheen Drive, shall
be extinguished forthwith
City Manager to prepare and arrange for immediate execution by Cork City
Council the required Form Of Order “
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11.7
BOSTON PARK
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Boston Park be included in the footpath renewal programme.’
(Proposer: Cllr. S. Martin 06/342)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that the footpaths in Boston
Park will be considered for inclusion in the 2008 footpath renewal programme.
11.8
EDWARD WALSH ROAD
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That the footpaths between 1 and 7, 2 and 8 and 14 to 26 Edward Walsh Road be
included in the footpath renewal programme.’
(Proposer: Cllr. S. Martin 06/343)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that the footpaths between 1
and 7, 2 and 8 and 14 to 26 Edward Walsh Road will be considered for inclusion
in the 2008 footpath renewal programme.
11.9
INCLUDE HILL LANE IN THE 2007 LANE CLOSURE PROGRAMME
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle:
‘That Cork City Council Roads Department would include the closure of Hill
Lane off Dominic Street in its 2007 Lane Closure Programme.’
(Proposer: Cllr. C. Clancy 07/195)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that the 2007 programme for
the Closure of Pedestrian Laneways was approved by Ward Members at a
meeting in early 2007. Whereas Hill Lane was included in the list of locations for
requested works, it was not prioritised for attention in the 2007 programme. Hill
Lane will again be included in the list of locations to be considered for the next
programme and will be available for prioritisation subject to future funding.
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11.10 ROAD STRIPS – ESTUARY DRIVE
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That road strips would be put in place at Estuary Drive to slow down traffic
going through this busy stretch of road.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. O’ Flynn 07/222)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Estuary Drive will be
added to the list areas, where a request for traffic calming has been received.
Traffic volume and speed surveys will be carried out to determine the extent of
the problems in order to identify any possible mitigation measures that could be
provided there.
Identified appropriate traffic calming measures will be put forward for
consideration to be included in the 2008 Roads Programme. The schemes for
2007 have already been selected. It should be noted that road strips or rumble
strips have proven to be ineffective in the past and they also have associated noise
implications for local residents.
11.11 SLOW DOWN TRAFFIC – RINGMAHON ROAD
An Choomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That measures would be taken to slow down traffic on Ringmahon Road, (near
Delwood Grove) as a matter of urgency.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. O’ Flynn 07/223)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Ringmahon Road is
already on the list areas, where a request for traffic calming has been received.
Traffic volume and speed surveys are due to be carried out to determine the extent
of the problems in order to identify any possible mitigation measures that could
be provided there.
Identified appropriate traffic calming measures will be put forward for
consideration to be included in the 2008 Roads Programme. The schemes for
2007 have already been selected. It should be noted that Ringmahon Road is a
local distributor road and the range of traffic calming measures appropriate to it is
very limited.
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11.12 RESURFACE THE SQUARE IN FRONT OF HOUSES 77-99 IN LIAM
HEALY ROAD
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That the square in Liam Healy Road in front of houses 77-99 on the Fairhill side
would be resurfaced as a matter of urgency as it is in an appalling condition.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. Wallace 07/239)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Additional parking is being
provided here under the Northside Environmental Enhancement Scheme and the
treatment of the remaining area will be examined in conjunction with this.
11.13 REPAIR THE FOOTPATHS AND STEPS ON BAKERS HILL/BAKERS
ROAD
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Cork City Council repair the footpaths and steps on Bakers Hill/ Bakers
Road from the junction of Blarney Road up to the entrance of Gurranabraher
Garda Station.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Fitzgerald 07/243)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that these footpaths will be put
on our Work Programme and all necessary remedial works will be carried out.
11.14 LOUGH VIEW TERRACE BE INCLUDED IN THE 2008 RESURFACING
PROGRAMME
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Lough View Terrace be included in the 2008 Resurfacing Programme as the
road is in very poor condition.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. O’Driscoll 07/246)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Lough View Terrace will
be considered for inclusion in the 2008 Resurfacing Programme.
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11.15 PARKING PERMITS FOR PEOPLE LIVING IN APARTMENTS
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Cork City Council would review its policy in relation to the granting of
parking permits to people living in apartments with off street parking facilities in
order to facilitate people who were residing there prior to the Council’s decision
not to grant permits to residents of these complexes.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. O’Driscoll 07/247)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that the main reasons why there
are restrictions on the issuing of resident parking permits are:
1. To prevent abuse of the scarce number of the on-street spaces in the City
Centre where owners or tenants in apartment blocks rent out the private offstreet spaces, and use is then made of the resident permit parking system.
2. To maintain a reasonable supply of on-street spaces particularly in the City
Centre for residents of houses and flats, and for the use by shoppers, visitors,
etc. (In some zones the potential number of resident permits could be in
excess of the number of available on-street spaces.)
However, it is recognised that there are some hardship cases, where residents of
apartments who had permits prior to the new policy adopted by Council, are now
faced with a difficulty that spaces associated with the apartment block had been
allocated elsewhere and the residents now have no access to off-street parking. In
order to remedy this situation it is recommended that all holders of parking
permits prior to the new policy, which was adopted in 2004, should now be
entitled to the renewal of these permits.
Residents of apartment blocks who moved in after March 2004 would have been
made aware of the new policy and therefore cannot be entitled to residents’
permits.
11.16 WORKS TO BE CARRIED OUT IN DOUGLAS HALL LAWN
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That the following works be carried out in Douglas Hall Lawn:1. Resurface of the Road Carriageway
2. Repair of damaged footpath
3. Installation of additional storm drains
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4. Upgrading of the public lighting network
5. The much promised plinth and bollard on the Well Road end of the Postman’s
Wall be installed.
6. A traffic survey be carried out to establish the speed and volume of traffic
using the park with a view to upgrading traffic calming measures.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Shannon 07/253)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that:1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
We will consider the carriageway at Douglas Hall Lawn for inclusion in the
2008 resurfacing programme.
We will consider the footpath at Douglas Hall Lawn for inclusion in the
2008 roads programme. In the meantime, localised repairs will be carried
out where necessary.
We are not aware of any major problems in the storm water system at
Douglas Hall Lawn. We will inspect it and carry out any works considered
necessary.
The public lighting at Douglas Hall Lawn will be assessed and measures
necessary to improve and upgrade the lighting quality will be identified.
These measures will be put forward for consideration to be included in the
2008 roads programme.
We will carry out works at the Well Road end of Postman’s Walk to
enhance the safety of those using it.
Douglas Hall Lawn will be added to the list areas, where a request for traffic
calming has been received. Traffic volume and speed surveys will be carried
out to determine the extent of the problems in order to identify any possible
mitigation measures that could be provided there. Identified appropriate
traffic calming measures will be put forward for consideration to be
included in the 2008 Roads Programme. The schemes for 2007 have already
been selected.
11.17 TRAFFIC CALMING AT WOLFE TONE ST. AND CATHEDRAL ROAD
AND SUN VALLEY DRIVE
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘Council resolves to calm traffic at the section of Wolfe Tone Street between
Cathedral Road and Sun Valley Drive by constructing ramps and taking any other
necessary traffic calming measures.’
(Proposer: Cllr. M. Barry 07/264)
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The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Wolfe Tone Street is
already on the list areas, where a request for traffic calming has been received.
Traffic volume and speed surveys are due to be carried out to determine the extent
of the problems in order to identify any possible mitigation measures that could
be provided there.
Identified appropriate traffic calming measures will be put forward for
consideration to be included in the 2008 Roads Programme. The schemes for
2007 have already been selected.
11.18 TRAFFIC CALMING AT KNOCKPOGUE AVE. AND FAIRFIELD ROAD
JUNCTION
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘I am calling on Cork City Council to install traffic calming measures and a
pedestrian crossing at the junction of Knockpogue Avenue and Fairfield Road as a
matter of urgency.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. McCarthy 07/266)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that a pedestrian crossing can
only be provided some distance from a road junction for road safety reasons. In
order to provide pedestrian facilities at the junction of Knockpogue Avenue and
Fairfield Road a full set of traffic signals would have to be installed. This junction
is on the Bus no.3 Green Route and the current proposals do not include traffic
signals at this junction. Signals however, are proposed for the nearby junction of
Knockpogue Avenue and Fairfield Avenue. It therefore would not make sense to
have traffic signals at two adjacent junctions.
The Green Route proposals for Knockpogue Avenue and Fairfield Road junction
include a new alignment and improved road markings, and these measures will
improve the road safety at the junction and improve the pedestrian facilities there.
The situation at the junction will be reviewed on completion of the current
proposals under the Green Route project.
11.19 SPEED RAMPS AT LAUREL RIDGE, BLARNEY ROAD
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
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‘That Cork City Council put in place speed ramps in Laurel Ridge, Blarney Road
as requested by the residents.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Fitzgerald 07/245)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Laurel Ridge is already on
the list areas, where a request for traffic calming has been received. Traffic
volume and speed surveys are due to be carried out to determine the extent of the
problems in order to identify any possible mitigation measures that could be
provided there.
Identified appropriate traffic calming measures will be put forward for
consideration to be included in the 2008 Roads Programme. The schemes for
2007 have already been selected.
11.20 BARRACK STREET BE CONSIDERED FOR A MAJOR URBAN
RENEWAL PROJECT
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Barrack Street be considered for a major urban renewal project similar to
the excellent renewal programme carried out on Shandon Street in recent years.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. O’Driscoll 07/257)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Barrack Street will be
considered for renewal as soon as appropriate funding is made available.
11.21 RAISE/REPAIR FOOTPATH – MELBOURN/MODEL FARM ROAD
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘To ensure the safety of pedestrians, I propose that Cork City Council would raise
and repair the footpath from the junction of Melbourn/Model Farm Road to the
boundary of the former Tennis Village site.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. McCarthy 07/276)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that we will include the
footpath on Model Farm Road at the above location for consideration in next
year’s footpath renewal scheme.
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11.22 RESURFACE – COURTOWN DRIVE
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘I propose that Cork City Council would resurface Courtown Drive due to the
large number of potholes in the area.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. McCarthy 07/277)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that Courtown Drive will be
considered for inclusion in the 2008 Resurfacing Programme. In the meantime
any remedial works considered necessary will be carried out.
11.23 BOLLARDS – GURRANABRAHER ROAD
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Cork City Council would locate Bollards on the footpath of Gurranabraher
Road between Gurranabraher Avenue and Cathedral Road in order to eliminate a
dangerous traffic situation in the area and at the same time to allow for those who
have driveways.
(Proposer: Cllr. P. Gosch 07/278)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that this area will be monitored
and assessed and bollards will be installed if necessary.
11.24 ROAD CARRIAGEWAY LAKE LAWN, 2007 ROAD RESURFACING
PROGRAMME
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That the road carriageway in Lake Lawn, which in poor repair, be included in the
2007 Road Resurfacing Programme.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Shannon 07/280)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that we will consider
carriageway in Lake Lawn, for inclusion in next year’s Road Resurfacing
Programme.
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11.25 REPLACE BOLLARDS – SHANDON ST., CATTLE MARKET ST.
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by An
Chomhairle.
‘With regard to Shandon St., Cattle Market St., Fair St and Friary Place, can the
bollards that have been damaged and subsequently removed be replaced in the
above mentioned areas. Also can additional bollards be placed where commuters
are parking their cars and trucks on footpaths eg. The junction of Friary Place and
Shandon St., the junction of Cattle Market St. and Fair St. and immediately below
the junction of Church St. and Shandon St.’
(Proposer: Cllr. P. Gosch 07/290)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that this area will be examined
with a view to providing bollards where necessary.
11.26 ROAD WORKS – NORTHERN CORNER, CONNOLLY PLACE,
BALLYPHEHANE
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That the northern corner of Connolly Place, Ballyphehane, will have similar road
works carried out as has been put in place in the southern corner in order to
facilitate access for local residents.’
(Proposer: Cllr. L. Kingston 07/292)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that we do not envisage
carrying out works at the northern corner of Connolly Place at present. We are
open to requests to carry out work here, if it can be justified by the residents.
11.27 FOOTPATH RENEWAL – PEARSE PLACE, BALLYPHEHANE
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle
‘That this Council carry out footpath renewal for Pearse Place, Ballyphehane.’
(Proposer: Cllr. F. Kerins 07/296)
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The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that we will consider the
footpath at Pearse Place for inclusion in next year’s roads programme.
11.28 RESIDENTS PARKING PERMITS – CITY CENTRE APARTMENTS
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Cork City Council will continue to provide residents of city-centre
apartments who require on street parking, with residential parking permits.
(Proposer: Cllr. C. Lynch 07/087)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that, the current Cork City
Council policy is that residents of purpose-built apartments, who now apply, do
not receive residents’ permits. However residents of houses or ‘flats’, (e.g. people
living over the shop who do not have off street parking) are eligible for permits.
This is in line with practice in most other Irish cities.
The purpose of the policy is:
1. To prevent abuse of the scarce number of the on-street spaces in the City
Centre where owners or tenants in apartment blocks rent out the private offstreet spaces, and use is then made of the resident permit parking system.
2. To maintain a reasonable supply of on-street spaces particularly in the City
Centre for residents of houses and flats, and for the use by shoppers, visitors,
etc. (In some zones the potential number of resident permits could be in
excess of the number of available on-street spaces.)
However, it is recognised that there are some hardship cases, where residents of
apartments who had permits prior to the new policy adopted by Council, are now
faced with a difficulty that spaces associated with the apartment block had been
allocated elsewhere and the residents now have no access to off-street parking. In
order to remedy this situation it is recommended that all holders of parking
permits prior to the new policy, which was adopted in 2004, should now be
entitled to the renewal of these permits.
Residents of apartment blocks who moved in after March 2004 would have been
made aware of the new policy and therefore cannot be entitled to residents’
permits.
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11.29 RESURFACE THE LANE BETWEEN MEELICK PARK AND CHAPEL
GATE
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That Cork City Council would resurface the lane between Meelick Park and
Chapel Gate, adjacent to Leeds pitch, in order to improve security for the
residents living nearby, as stones from the loose surface are being used by youths
as missiles for firing at the houses’.
(Proposer: Cllr. D. Wallace 07/176)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that funding has now been
made available and this road will be resurfaced this year.
11.30 STREET LIGHTING – MOUNT SION ROAD
An Chomhairle approved the report of the A/Assistant City Manager, dated 30th
August, 2007, on the following motion which was referred to the Committee by
An Chomhairle.
‘That the Street lighting in the Mount Sion Road area be upgraded.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. O’ Driscoll 07/216)
The report of the A/Assistant City Manager stated that the public street lighting
on Mount Sion Road will be surveyed and measures will be identified to bring the
standard of lighting to acceptable modern levels. Any identified measures will be
put forward for consideration to be included in the 2008 roads programme.
12.
CORRESPONDENCE
An Chomhairle noted correspondence.
13.
CONFERENCES
An Chomhairle approved the attendance at the following Conferences:
13.1
SLIABH LUACHRA SUMMER SCHOOL 2007
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of Comhairleoirí L. McGonigle & T.
Fitzgerald at the Sliabh Luachra Summer School 2007 held in the Bruach na
Carraige Cultural & Heritage Centre, Rockchapel, Co. Cork on the 6th – 12th
August, 2007.
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13.2
THE PARNELL SUMMER SCHOOL 2007
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of Comhairleoirí S. Martin & D.
McCarthy at the Parnell Summer School 2007 held in Avondale House and Forest
Park, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow, on the 12th - 17th August, 2007.
13.3
MERRIMAN SUMMER SCHOOL 2007
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of Comhairleoirí L. McGonigle, J.
Kelleher and T. O’Driscoll at the Merriman Summer School held in
Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare on the 19th - 25th August, 2007.
13.4
LOCAL GOVERNMENT & THE ARTS
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of Comhairleoirí S. Martin & B.
Bermingham at the Local Government & The Arts Conference held in Dooleys
Hotel, Birr, Co. Offaly on the 24th – 26th August, 2007.
13.5
DEVELOPING LOCAL HERITAGE FOR TOURISM PURPOSES
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of Comhairleoir S. Martin at the
Developing Local Heritage for Tourism Purposes held in Listowel Arms Hotel,
Listowel, Co. Kerry on the 6th & 7th September, 2007.
13.6
CITY IN MOTION – BERLIN TOWN TWINNING, TRAFFIC, URBAN
GROWTH
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of An tArd Mhéara Comhairleoir D.
Counihan and Comhairleoir B. Bermingham at the City in Motion – Town
Twinning, Traffic, Urban Growth to be held in Berlin, Germany on the 19th – 21st
September, 2007.
13.7
RURAL TOURISM 2007 – 2013
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of Comhairleoirí M. Ahern, C. Clancy &
D. McCarthy at the Rural Tourism 2007 – 2013 Conference held in the Kilkee
Bay Hotel, Kilkee, Co. Clare on the 7th September, 2007.
13.8
AMAI – ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2007
An Chomhairle approved the attendance of Comhairleoirí G. O’Flynn, T.
Brosnan, S. Martin, P. Gosch, L. Kingston, J. Kelleher, D. Murphy, F. Dennehy,
M. O’Connell at the AMAI – Annual Conference 2007 held in the Brandon House
Hotel, New Ross, Co. Wexford on the 13th – 15th September, 2007.
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14.
MOTIONS
An Chomhairle referred the following motions to the relevant Committee.
14.1
YELLOW BOX ON KINSALE ROAD
‘That a yellow box junction be immediately installed on the Kinsale Road its
intersection with Slieve Mish Park.’
(Proposer: Cllr. S. Martin 06/346)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.2
FITZGERALD PLACE, OLD BLACKROCK ROAD
‘That Fitzgerald Place, Old Blackrock Road be immediately investigated with a
view to:(a)
cutting back the trees up the centre of the Avenue
(b)
prepare the damage to the road resurface, which has been caused by the
roots and has left the surface in a very dangerous condition.’
(Proposer: Cllr. S. Martin 06/349)
Recreation Amenity & Culture Functional Committee
14.3
SURVEY – MOUNT EDEN TERRACE
‘That Cork City Council Roads Department survey Mount Eden Terrace with the
view to putting in place traffic calming measures.’
(Proposer: Cllr. Catherine Clancy 07/198)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.4
TRAFFIC CALMING MEASURES – ORCHARD COURT, BLACKPOOL
‘That Cork City Council Roads Department would put in traffic calming measures
in Orchard Court, Blackpool.’
(Proposer: Cllr. Catherine Clancy 07/199)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
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14.5
FIVE YEAR CLIMATE CHANGE STRATEGY
‘That Cork City Council draws up and implements a five year Climate Change
Strategy, reviewed every 12 months, to ensure that our forward thinking and
dynamic City impacts positively on Climate Change. The first five year strategy
will run until the Kyoto deadline of 31st December 2012. That an
interdepartmental group involving Management, Councillors and Civic Groups
would be established by September 2007 to oversee this motion and its
implementation, including a period of public consultation.
The Climate Change Strategy will develop actions in areas including:
Waste Management: To ensure the diversion of organic waste from landfill
disposal to composting, and to promote the reduction, reusing and recycling of all
waste as an alternative to landfill & incineration.
Transport: To promote various transport alternatives to cars and to take measures
to switch Cork City Council vehicles to renewable energy sources.
To engage with public transport providers, including Bus Eireann, and to advance
policies which are keeping with this motion.
Planning: Develop planning guidelines for development of lands at risk of
flooding, under current climate change forecasts and to ensure that all
developments are socially & environmentally sustainable. Develop integrated
actions on spatial planning to reduce commuting and other sources of carbon
emissions.
Energy generation: That action is taken to increase the use of renewable energy
sources in heating existing buildings and new developments and that fitting
renewable energy sources be standard in renovation programmes for Cork City
Council properties.
Biodiversity: Develop policies to protect sensitive habitats from the negative
impacts of climate change.
Policy Proofing: Ensure all policy developed by Cork City Council is
environmentally and ecologically proofed to meet the highest international
standards.’
(Proposer: Cllr. C. O’Leary 07/268)
Corporate Policy Group
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14.6
REGISTERED BUILDERS – DISABLED PERSONS CONVERSIONS
‘That Cork City Council requests the immediate compilation of a list of registered
builders who are experienced in disabled persons conversions and specialist
equipment installation, which could be made available to residents who need
these services, for information purposes, without endorsement or
recommendation.’
(Proposer: Cllr. C. O’Leary 07/269)
Housing & Community Functional Committee
14.7
FOOTPATH IN VICINITY OF 23 TOWER STREET
‘That in the interest of safety, measures be taken to discourage motorists from
constantly mounting the footpath in the vicinity of 23 Tower Street.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. O’ Driscoll 07/275)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.8
TRAFFIC CALMING – WOODVIEW , DOUGLAS ROAD
‘That Woodview, Douglas Road be considered for traffic calming measures in
2008.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Shannon 07/281)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.9
ROAD RESURFACING – BROWNINGSTOWN EAST
‘That Browningstown East be included in the road resurfacing programme of
2008.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Shannon 07/282)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
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14.10 3 LOUGH VIEW TERRACE – DERELICT SITE
‘That the property opposite 3 Lough View Terrace off Bandon Road be declared a
derelict site.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. O’ Driscoll 07/288)
Planning & Development Functional Committee
14.11 24 HOUR NIGHT PATROL FOR THE SHANDON AREA
‘Given that Cork County Council are implementing a 24 hour night patrol to
prevent flytipping and dumping, can Cork City Council now implement a similar
service for the Shandon area in general and in particular: - Hill Lane, Easons Hill,
Old Market Place, Shandon St. and Widderings Lane.’
(Proposer: Cllr. P. Gosch 07/291)
Environment Functional Committee
14.12 RESURFACE – HOLLYMOUNT, BLARNEY ROAD
‘I propose that Cork City Council resurface the roadway in Hollymount, Blarney
Road as a matter of urgency.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. McCarthy 07/295)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.13 TRAFFIC CALMING ON THE ROAD INTO DOUGLAS
‘That traffic calming measures would be put in place on the road into Douglas
Swimming Pool to slow down speeding traffic in this area as young children use
this road on a daily basis.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. O’Flynn 07/299)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
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14.14 NURSERY DRIVE TO BE INCLUDED IN THE ESTIMATES FOR 2008
‘That Nursery Drive would be included in the estimates for 2008 for resurfacing,
as this road is in very poor condition.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. O’Flynn 07/300)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.15 CLOSE OFF NARROW LANEWAY BETWEEN VICTORIA TERRACE &
DILLONS CROSS AREA
‘That the narrow lane-way between Victoria Terrace, Alexander Road, St. Lukes,
and Cassidy’s Avenue, Old Youghal Road, Dillons Cross, be closed off.’
(Proposer: Cllr. J. Kelleher 07/302)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.16 CAR PARKING SPACES IN THE OAKPARK HOUSING ESTATE,
BALLYVOLANE
‘That extra car parking spaces be provided in the Oakpark Housing Estate,
Ballyhooley Road, Ballyvolane.’
(Proposer: Cllr. J. Kelleher 07/303)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.17 TRAFFIC CALMING ON TOWER STREET
‘That Cork City Council provide traffic calming measures on Tower Street
between the junctions of Friars Walk and Evergreen Street. It has now become
dangerous for residents to step outside their homes safely onto Tower Street.’
(Proposer: Cllr. L. Kingston 07/306)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
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14.18 PEDESTRIAN CROSSING ON TORY TOP ROAD
‘To ensure pedestrian safety, that a pedestrian crossing be put in place to facilitate
access between Ballyphehane Community Centre shopping area of Tory Top
Road Library and Tory Top Road shopping area.’
(Proposer: Cllr. L. Kingston 07/307)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.19 DISC PARKING AREA AT GLENRYAN MEWS, BLARNEY STREET
‘That Cork City Council would make Glenryan Mews, Blarney Street, a disc
parking area whilst offering residents parking permits in view of the fact that
Glenryan Mews is being used as a free car park by those who are in business in
the city and who leave their cars there all day depriving the residents of car park
spaces in what is a very congested area.’
(Proposer: Cllr. P. Gosch 07/308)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.20 SIGNS FOR CHILDREN CROSSING
‘That Cork City Council as a policy, that includes Roads, Housing and
Recreational and Amenities Departments, erect new signs to alert motorists to the
fact that children may be crossing or are in the vicinity of a recreation park or
sports ground, crèche or pre school, on roads leading to the significant number of
Parks and recreational areas such as Pophams Park, The Fairfield, Jerry
O’Sullivan Park, Gurranabraher, Kilmore Road Park, Fitzgerald’s Park, etc, or
any other amenities across the city, in the interest of child safety and that any
signs erected for this purpose would not be taken from the Ward Funds.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Fitzgerald 07/309)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.21 PUBLIC LIGHTING ON THE GREEN IN FRONT OF 1-25 HORGANS
BUILDINGS
‘That Cork City Council request the ESB to add public lighting on the green area
in front of No’s 1 to 25 Horgans Buildings in the interest of older people’s needs.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Fitzgerald 07/310)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
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14.22 GARDA VETTING UNIT PRIORITISING PROFESSIONS WITH ONE
TO ONE CONTACT WITH CHILDREN
‘At present the Garda Vetting Unit is prioritising professions where people would
have direct one-to-one contact with vulnerable children.
However in today’s world and following the much publicised current case with
the Institute of Education in Athlone I believe that it is imperative that we seek
further help in protecting the most vulnerable in society.
Currently the Leisureworld sites have on average 20,000 numbers of people using
the facilities weekly (five sites in total in Cork City). Within these numbers
Leisureworld cater for almost 4,000 children in a variety of activities per week.
I propose that Cork City Council lobby the appropriate authority to ensure our
leisure facilities and management are protected with the appropriate support from
The Department of Justice.’
(Proposer: Cllr. M. Shields 07/311)
Joint Policing Committee
14.23 TWINNING WITH SUNDERLAND
‘In order to strengthen the close ties and friendship established between Cork and
Sunderland since Roy Keane (Freeman of Cork) took over as Manager of
Sunderland Football Club. I propose that Cork City Council would begin
negotiations with our counterparts in Sunderland with a view to the two cities
twinning.’
(Proposer: Cllr. D. McCarthy 07/312)
Corporate Policy Group
14.24 COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE FOR FAIRHILL
‘That Cork City Council would examine the viability of providing a Community/
Health Centre for the Fairhill area. The residents of the area have been
campaigning for many years for a Community Centre for the area. Fairhill is the
most expanded community in the North Side of the City with no community
facilities of its own. This should be seriously addressed in conjunction with the
proposed development of a new park in Bridevally Park.’
(Proposer: Cllr. M. O’Connell 07/314)
Recreation Amenity & Culture Functional Committee
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14.25 AFFORDABLE HOUSING SCHEME
‘That Cork City Council would put in place measures to ensure that people who
are awarded houses under the affordable housing scheme have to give an
undertaking that they will reside in the property and not lease it out or put it in the
rental market where substantial money can be made by renting out houses
particularly in Shanakiel, which is a very affluent area and would attract a very
high rental income. Also that Cork City Council would expand on the financial
institution that they currently have agreements with to provide mortgages to
potential buyers under the scheme which would also include Credit Unions.’
(Proposer: Cllr. M. O’Connell 07/315)
Housing & Community Functional Committee
14.26 GRADUATE PANEL FOR THE NEXT SENATE ELECTIONS
An Chomhairle approved the following motion:
‘This Council submits to the Minister its desire to ensure that all graduates from
Irish Educational and Training Institutions at level 7 and above will henceforth be
registered and eligible to vote for candidates on one unified panel called “the
graduate panel” with the existing number of seats, in the next Senate elections
anticipated in 2012 or before.’
(Proposer: Cllr. B. Bermingham 07/317)
14.27 HIGH QUALITY IMPORTED GOODS
An Chomhairle approved the following motion:
‘This Council submits to the Minister the urgent need to establish an inspectorate
to enforce the entry into Ireland of the highest quality imported goods.’
(Proposer: Cllr. B. Bermingham 07/318)
14.28 RAISED ROADWAY AT PARNELL PLACE
‘That City Council will liaise with Bus Eireann to satisfy itself that the raised
roadway painted red with white pedestrian lines and no warning signs is not a
danger to pedestrians exiting the Bus station at Parnell Place and also to suggest a
change in the park and ride bus route from the Black Ash to discharge passengers
at City Hall instead of Lapp’s Quay which will help improve traffic flow in the
general Parnell Place/ Lapp’s Quay area.’
(Proposer: Cllr. J. O’Callaghan 07/320)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
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14.29 CARPARKING SPACES AT OAKPARK, BALLYVOLANE
‘That Cork City Council make provision under the enhancement scheme for the
northside for additional car parking spaces to be provided at Oakpark,
Ballyvolane in accordance with the request from the local residents association.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Brosnan 07/321)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.30 2008 ROADWORKS
CAHERGAL AVE.
PROGRAMME
–
CAHERGAL
LAWN
&
‘That Cork City Council make provision in the 2008 Roadworks programme and
the 2008 Estimate of Expenses for the completion of road resurfacing at Cahergal
Lawn and Cahergal Avenue.’
(Proposer: Cllr. T. Brosnan 07/322)
Roads & Transportation Functional Committee
14.31 CUTBACKS IN THE H.S.E.
An Chomhairle referred the following motion to the next meeting of An
Chomhairle to be held on Monday 24th September 2007.
‘Cork City Council, opposed to cutbacks in the Health Service, voices its concern
at the decision of the HSE to freeze recruitment in the Health Service, a decision
which includes a ban on the recruitment of frontline staff.’
(Proposer: Cllr. M. Barry 07/323)
This concluded the business of the meeting.
ARDMHÉARA
CATHAOIRLEACH
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